Manitowoc, WI

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit requests: one for a temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street and another for a storage/transloading area at 2800 Viebahn Street. The commission will also review minutes from July 7, 2026, discuss the ongoing Chapter 15 zoning code rewrite, and consider several certified survey maps and site plans. No final decisions are listed for the zoning code rewrite, which remains under old business.

• Conditional use permit for temporary warming shelter at 2601 S 10th Street (PC 11-2026)
• Conditional use permit for storage/transloading at 2800 Viebahn Street (PC 12-2026)
• Zoning code rewrite (PC 3-2024) under old business
• Certified survey maps for five properties in Manitowoc County towns
• Site plan summaries for Chick-Fil-A, Kwik Trip, and other projects

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a property owner's appeal of a noxious weed assessment for 1911 Marshall St. The agenda also includes routine items: change orders, pay estimates for engineering and public works projects, and contractor payroll affidavits. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Noxious weed assessment appeal for 1911 Marshall St. (item 26-0683)
• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a single substantive item: determining the bond for a blasting permit. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order and adjournment).

• Determination of bond for blasting permit

Library Board Finance Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the 2027 Library Budget. The agenda includes a budget memo, worksheets, a reserve fund balance summary, and a proposed organizational chart. This is the committee's primary item of new business.

• 2027 Library Budget (action requested)
• 2027 Budget Worksheet New Structure
• 2027 Budget Worksheet Current-Expenses Revenue
• Reserve Fund Balance Summary
• Proposed Library Org Chart

Common Council

The Manitowoc Common Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including a public hearing on a street vacation, appointments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals. Notable actions include authorizing up to $5,637,072 in bonds for lead service line replacement, awarding construction contracts, and approving several ordinances and event permits.

• Resolution to authorize up to $5,637,072 in taxable private LSL replacement revenue bonds (Series 2026)
• Public hearing on proposed street vacation of unnamed street between Deerbrook Lane, Homestead Road & Kellner Street
• Award $310,583 contract to Hamann Construction for library renovation rebid (WB-26-18R)
• Award $28,741.20 contract to Aqualis for sewer televising (WU-26-10)
• Ordinances to amend parking prohibitions on Riverview Drive/Meadow Lane and stop sign at S 22nd St & Summit St

Industrial Development Corporation

The Industrial Development Corporation is meeting to consider two new business items: a partial release of an easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC and a partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology's industrial loan. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting. The meeting is being held in person and via Zoom.

• Partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC, Lot 1 of Certified Survey, Volume 36, Page 11 (Tax Parcel # 447-004-010)
• Partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology industrial loan
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2026 meeting

The Industrial Development Corporation approved a partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC, which will use the area for a future parking lot expansion. The board also approved a partial release of liens for R2H Flavor Technology related to an estate settlement, with the industrial loan expected to be paid off in December. Both items were referred to the council for final action.

• Approved partial release of easement for Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC (8-2, 2 abstentions)
• Approved partial release of five liens for R2H Flavor Technology industrial loan (9-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2026 meeting (10-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider several traffic safety requests, including new parking restrictions and stop signs, and discuss the 2027 budget. It will also review ambulance service agreements with two local high schools. The consent agenda includes routine monthly reports from police, fire, building inspection, and a blight fund update.

• Prohibit parking on west side of Riverview Drive from Meadow Lane to Holy Family Memorial driveway
• Prohibit parking on north side of Meadow Lane from Riverview Drive to Holy Family Memorial driveway
• Install stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street for northbound and southbound traffic
• Prohibit parking on east side of roadway at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive
• Ambulance service agreements with Roncalli High School and Lincoln High School

The Public Safety Committee approved a request to prohibit parking on the west side of Riverview Drive and the north side of Meadow Lane near Holy Family Memorial, and approved installing stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street. A request to prohibit parking at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive was denied, with the committee instead recommending double yellow lines. The committee also approved ambulance service agreements with Roncalli and Lincoln High Schools, and placed the 2027 budget discussion on file.

• Approved no-parking zones on Riverview Drive and Meadow Lane near Holy Family Memorial (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved stop signs at South 22nd Street and Summit Street (5-0)
• Denied no-parking request at S. 35th Street and Lindbergh Drive; recommended double yellow lines (5-0)
• Approved ambulance service agreement with Roncalli High School (5-0)
• Approved ambulance service agreement with Lincoln High School (5-0)
• Placed 2027 budget discussion on file

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a reorganization plan for library staff. The agenda includes a presentation of the proposed organizational chart and details for several library positions. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Reorganization plan presentation and action request (item 26-0715)
• Proposed library org chart
• Positions affected include Technical Services, Circulation, and Homebound Services

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the 2027 budget and may take action on an amendment to the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, a proposed functional classification update for the Manitowoc-Two Rivers urban area, a street light request for the 2200 block of S. 9th Street, and funding for a storm sewer repair at Waldo and Fleetwood Drive. A previously tabled item on Town of Kossuth sewer regionalization will also be considered.

• Discussion on the 2027 Budget and Requests of the Mayor
• Amendment No. 1 for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan with Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC
• WI Department of Transportation Proposed Functional Classification Update for Manitowoc-Two Rivers Urban Area
• Request for Street Light in 2200 Block of S. 9th Street
• Request to fund Storm Sewer Repair on Easement at Waldo and Fleetwood Drive

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to consider bids for the Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation. The board will also hear a property owner's appeal regarding a noxious weed assessment. Other business includes reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various projects.

• Bids for Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation (Project #WB-26-21)
• Noxious weed assessment appeal for 1911 Marshall St.
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various Engineering/Public Works projects
• Contractor's Payroll Affidavits

The Board of Public Works received three bids for the Manitowoc Public Library 2nd Floor Restrooms Renovation project and voted to refer them to the Library Board for tabulation. The board also approved four change orders and multiple pay estimates for various public works projects. No contractor payroll affidavits were submitted.

• Referred library restroom renovation bids to Library Board (7-0)
• Approved 4 change orders totaling $11,390.50 (7-0)
• Approved 13 pay estimates totaling $1,599,976.95 (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee of Manitowoc, WI is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on various agenda items, including the 2027 budget, updated drug and alcohol policies, and police contract bargaining. The meeting is being held in Council Chambers and via remote conferencing on Zoom. The agenda includes a consent agenda with several items, including approval of minutes and review of legal fees. The committee will also convene in closed session to discuss police contract bargaining.

• Review of Legal Fees Billed out Through July 2026
• Discussion on the 2027 Budget and Requests of the Mayor
• Updated Drug and Alcohol Policies
• Update on Police Contract Bargaining
• September Personnel Committee Meeting Date

The committee approved updates to the city's drug and alcohol policies to be sent to the Council. Members also reviewed several human resources and legal reports via a consent agenda. No action was taken regarding police contract bargaining.

• Approved June 1, 2026 Personnel Committee Minutes (4-1)
• Approved updated drug and alcohol policies for consent agenda (4-1)
• Moved September Personnel Meeting to September 8, 2026

Finance Committee

The Manitowoc Finance Committee will meet to act on routine minutes and quarterly reports, discuss the 2027 budget, and vote on several items including the issuance of $5,637,072 in taxable water-pipe replacement revenue bonds and approval of a liquor license for a Green Street business.

• Approve $5,637,072 Taxable Private LSL Replacement Revenue Bonds for Safe Drinking Water Loan
• Approve Class B liquor license (TAV-2641A) for Green Street F&S LLC at 1801 S. 10th St.
• Renew Hecker/Viebahn agricultural land lease with Charmwood Farms for 2026–2031
• Discuss 2027 budget requests from the Mayor
• Approve 2nd Quarter 2026 Claims Report and Budget Exception Report

The committee approved the issuance and sale of up to $5,637,072 in taxable private LSL replacement revenue bonds for a Safe Drinking Water loan. Other actions included approving a retail liquor license and an agricultural land lease renewal. The committee also recommended approval for three operator's licenses.

• Approved issuance and sale of up to $5,637,072 in revenue bonds for Safe Drinking Water loan (5-0)
• Approved scope of engagement for $5,637,072 bond issuance (5-0)
• Approved Class B retail intoxicating liquor license for Green Street F&S LLC (5-0)
• Approved Hecker/Viebahn agricultural land lease renewal with Charmwood Farms (5-0)
• Recommended approval of operator's license for E. Whatley (5-0)
• Recommended approval of operator's license for M. Malczewski (5-0)
• Recommended approval of operator's license for I. Reyes (5-0)
• Accepted Q2 2026 Budget Exception Report and Claims Report (5-0)

Visit Manitowoc Board

The Visit Manitowoc Board will discuss and possibly take action on the 2027 Tourism Department budget, including a review of discretionary room tax expenditures. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Review discretionary room tax expenditures for 2027 budget
• 2026 Tourism Department budget itemized
• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2026

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to elect officers for 2026-2027 and review financial reports. The board is requested to take action on a public bid for the renovation of meeting and study room spaces.

• Public bid for Renovation of Meeting & Study Room Spaces
• Election of Board Officers for 2026-2027
• Review of Budget Status for Funds 2810 and 2813 (April-June 2026)
• Discussion of Reorganizational Plan
• Welcome of new board member Lynn Keehan

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review a report of special events requiring council approval. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the scheduling of future committee meetings.

• Special event requests for MetalFest (09/11/26-09/12/26)
• Special event request for 5th Annual Hoods-and-Hops Classic Car Show (10/04/2026)
• Special event request and road closures for Turkey Trot (11/26/26)
• Determination of future Parks & Recreation Committee meeting dates and times

Tax Incremental Financing Joint Review Board

The Tax Incremental Financing Joint Review Board will meet to approve minutes and conduct an annual review of active Tax Increment Finance districts. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Approval of July 31, 2025 minutes
• Annual review of active Tax Increment Finance districts

The Tax Incremental Financing Joint Review Board conducted its annual review of active districts. The board approved the annual financial reports following a review of the data and discussion of potential projects and amendments.

• Approved July 31, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Annual Financial Reports for active Tax Increment Finance Districts (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and possibly act on bids for the 2026 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II project, along with standard engineering and public works pay estimates.

• Bids for 2026 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II, Project #WU-26-10
• Change Orders
• Pay Estimates, Various Engineering/Public Works Projects
• Contractor's Payroll Affidavits

The Board approved two pay estimates for the Manitowoc Skatepark Expansion and Council Chambers Audio/Video Upgrade. Additionally, four bids for the 2026 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II project were referred to the Department of Public Works for tabulation.

• Referred four bids for 2026 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II (Project #WU-26-10) to Department of Public Works for tabulation (6-0)
• Approved $57,000.00 payment to 5th Pocket Skateparks, Inc for Manitowoc Skatepark Expansion (6-0)
• Approved $59,518.42 payment to Fearing's Madison AV for Council Chambers Audio / Video Upgrade (6-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for storage activities at S 39th and Viebahn Streets and a zoning change at 3215 Packer Lane. The body will also consider various infrastructure contracts, liquor licenses, and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing for storage/transloading permit at S 39th and Viebahn Streets
• Public hearing for rezoning 3215 Packer Lane from R-1 to R-4
• Proposed $119,767.00 contract to Vinton Construction Company for 10th Street Streetscape
• General City Claims totaling $6,448,709.91
• Proposed $30,000 Wisconsin DNR Surface Wetland Surcharge Grant Contract

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for bulk storage at S 39th and Viebahn Streets and a zoning change for property on Packer Lane. The council also awarded a $119,767 streetscape contract and approved a lease extension for Manitowoc Marina, LLC.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for TJ Potter Trucking bulk storage (10-0)
• Adopted zoning ordinance change for property off Packer Lane (10-0)
• Awarded $119,767 10th Street streetscape contract to Vinton Construction Company (10-0)
• Approved Manitowoc Marina, LLC lease extension through March 31, 2035 (10-0)
• Approved $6,448,709.91 in general city claims (10-0)
• Approved TIF term sheet for River Point Drive Lots 1 & 2 (10-0)
• Approved $30k Wisconsin DNR Surface Wetland Surcharge Grant (10-0)
• Upheld objection to noxious weed assessment at 2200 Rankin Street (9-1)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss the financial report and office renovation for the Manitowoc Public Housing Business. The agenda also includes design review for a project at 1114 S 10th Street and updates on the River Point District, 1512 Washington Street, and Lakeshore Mall.

• Approval of monthly expenditures for public housing
• Office renovation/Construction update
• Design review application for 1114 S 10th Street
• River Point District update
• Lakeshore Mall update

The Community Development Authority approved the design review application for 1114 S 10th Street, allowing conversion from mixed use to 100% residential, despite current zoning not permitting it (approved use in new zoning code). The board also approved the financial report and monthly expenditures for public housing, and discussed updates on office renovation, River Point District, 1512 Washington Street, and Lakeshore Mall projects. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved design review application for 1114 S 10th Street (5-0)
• Approved financial report and monthly expenditures (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 meeting (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider approval of eligibility lists for lieutenant and patrol officer positions in the Fire Rescue and Police Departments. The consent agenda includes minutes from June, monthly reports for police, fire rescue, and building inspection, and the 2025 Fire Rescue annual report. Public comment is accepted in advance or during the meeting.

• Approval of Fire Rescue Department Lieutenant Eligibility List
• Approval of Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• Consent agenda includes June 2026 police and fire monthly reports
• Consent agenda includes 2025 Fire Rescue Department Annual Report
• Consent agenda includes May and June 2026 Building Inspection reports

The Police and Fire Commission approved the consent agenda and two departmental eligibility lists. The Fire Rescue Department Lieutenant list was approved for 18 months, and the Police Department Patrol Officer list was approved for 12 months.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Fire Rescue Department Lieutenant Eligibility List for 18 months (5-0)
• Approved Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List for 12 months (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review routine June 2026 police, fire rescue, building inspection, and blight fund reports. It will discuss a prohibited dangerous animal objection filed by Adam Braunel for a pet named Teddy. The committee will consider Chief John Musial II’s request for out‑of‑state training at the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Finally, it will consider a proposed change to the city’s weather siren schedule and activation criteria.

• June 2026 Police Department Monthly Report (consent agenda)
• June 2026 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report (consent agenda)
• Prohibited dangerous animal objection by Adam Braunel for Teddy
• Out‑of‑State Travel/Training request for Chief John Musial II – FBI National Academy Graduation, Quantico, VA
• Weather Siren Schedule and Criteria Change

The Public Safety Committee voted to uphold a determination declaring 'Teddy' a prohibited dangerous animal. The committee also approved out-of-state travel for Police Chief John Musial II and referred weather siren changes to the City Council.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Upheld determination of 'Teddy' as a prohibited dangerous animal (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Chief John Musial II (5-0)
• Referred weather siren schedule and criteria change to Council (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Manitowoc Board of Public Works will review contractor bids for a downtown streetscape project and a public library renovation. Members will also hear appeals from two property owners regarding noxious weed assessments. Finally, the board will process routine change orders, pay estimates, and payroll affidavits for ongoing city projects.

• Bids for 10th Street streetscape between Chicago and Washington avenues
• Rebid for Manitowoc Public Library meeting and study room renovation
• Noxious weed assessment appeals for properties at 2200 Rankin St and 714 S. 27th St
• Routine change orders, engineering pay estimates, and contractor payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved two change orders and six pay estimates for various city projects. Additionally, the Board upheld noxious weed assessments for properties on Rankin Street and South 27th Street.

• Referred 10th Street streetscape bid to Department of Public Works (6-0)
• Referred Library renovation bid to Library Board (6-0)
• Upheld noxious weed assessment for 2200 Rankin St. (6-0)
• Upheld noxious weed assessment for 714 S. 27th St. (6-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Company CO #2 ($25,837.77) and Fearing's Madison AV CO #3 ($131.16) (6-0)
• Approved six pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects (6-0)

Plan Commission

The commission will consider several land use requests including a street vacation near Deerbrook Lane and a rezoning for 3215 Packer Lane. Members will also review subdivision plats for Deerbrook Crossing and Mariner Lux, alongside multiple school parking expansions.

• Street vacation and map amendment for Deerbrook Lane, Kellner Street & Homestead Road
• Rezoning request for 3215 Packer Lane from R-1 to R-4
• Conditional Use Permit for T.J. Potter Trucking at S. 39th and Viebahn Streets
• Preliminary plat review for Deerbrook Crossing Subdivision No. 1
• Final plat review for Mariner Lux Subdivision by Tycore Built, LLC

The Commission approved a street vacation and official map amendment for Deerbrook Lane. It also approved a rezoning request for 3215 Packer Lane and a conditional use permit for T.J. Potter Trucking. Additionally, the preliminary plat for Deerbrook Crossing Subdivision No. 1 and the final plat for Mariner Lux Subdivision were approved.

• Approved street vacation and official map amendment for Deerbrook Lane (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3215 Packer Lane to R-4 Single- and Two-Family (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for T.J. Potter Trucking with amended conditions (8-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Deerbrook Crossing Subdivision No. 1 (8-0)
• Approved quit claim deeds for Virginia Drive and Joseph Road (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Mariner Lux Subdivision (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several financial and operational items. Key topics include a $30,000 state grant for the Silver Creek wetland project, a lease extension for the city marina, and a sanitary sewer extension request for S. Alverno Road. The committee will also review an audit services RFP for 2026-2031 and a fundraising agreement for the Marine Band. Several personnel and legal claims will be addressed in closed session.

• $30,000 WI DNR grant contract for Silver Creek wetland project
• Term sheet for Tax Increment Financing at River Point Drive Lots 1 & 2
• Marina lease extension option through March 2035
• Sanitary sewer extension request for S. Alverno Road
• RFP for municipal audit services covering 2026-2031

The Finance Committee approved various requests including a marina lease extension, a sewer extension, and multiple operator's licenses. A discussion regarding the Manitowoc Marine Band fundraising agreement was held over for a future meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Dug Out LLC temporary premises extension (3-0)
• Approved Manitowic Marina, LLC lease extension through March 31, 2035 (3-0)
• Approved S. Alverno Rd. sanitary sewer extension request (3-0)
• Approved $30k Wisconsin DNR Surface Wetland Surcharge Grant contract (3-0)
• Tabled Manitowoc Marine Band fundraising agreement for future meeting
• Approved RFP for audit services and review committee appointment (3-0)
• Approved resolution to carry forward 2025 appropriations to 2026 budget (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The Committee approved an AECOM proposal for the Newton Gravel Pit Project and a Wisconsin Public Service Corporation easement for gas facilities, referring both to the council. A request for suicide prevention signs and a cemetery fee change were placed on file.

• Approved AECOM Proposal for 2026 Phase 2 - Newton Gravel Pit Project and referred to council (4-0)
• Approved Wisconsin Public Service Corporation Easement for gas facilities on Magnolia Avenue and referred to council (4-0)
• Placed 888 Suicide Prevention Signs request on file (4-0)
• Placed Cemetery Foundation Fee Change Request on file (4-0)
• Approved May 6, 2026 Public Infrastructure Committee meeting minutes (4-0)

Rahr-West Art Museum Board of Directors

The Board will review financial accounts and the July 2026 budget. Various departments including membership, education, and the museum collection will provide status updates.

• July 2026 Budget Review

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review updates on ongoing park projects and consider donation requests for a Phase 3 skatepark tube and zoo bioactive vivariums. Members will also approve May meeting minutes and hear public comments. The agenda does not list specific funding amounts or contract details for the proposed donations.

• Updates on ongoing city park projects
• Donation request for Phase 3 skatepark tube (X-Sports)
• Donation request for zoo bioactive vivariums
• Approval of May 28, 2026 committee minutes
• Public comment period for residents

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the use of donation tube funds for the Miracles Park X-Sports skate park upgrade and the Lincoln Park Zoo. The committee also received updates on several park projects, though no action was taken on those updates.

• Approved May 28, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved use of three donation tube funds for Phase 3 of Miracles Park X-Sports skate park upgrade (4-0)
• Approved use of Zoo donation tube funds for bioactive vivariums up to $1,200 (4-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will discuss and potentially approve minutes, financial reports for April-May 2026, and administrative reports. New business includes a nomination committee update, re-appointments of three trustees and welcoming a new trustee, plus an informational update on the employee policy manual. Old business covers facilities updates.

• Re-appointments of Darian Kaderabek, Michelle Doneff, and Stephanie Peters as Library Board Trustees
• New Trustee Lynn Keehan appointment
• Employee Policy Manual update (informational)
• Facilities and building update from Stacey Bialek
• Approval of financial reports and check register for April-May 2026

The Library Board met on June 22, 2026, but failed to reach a quorum. No votes were taken on the approval of minutes or financial reports. The meeting was adjourned by Treasurer Chris Able.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review a design application for redevelopment at 1110 S 10th Street and 1001 Marshall Street. They will also approve monthly expenditures and discuss updates on River Point District, 1512 Washington Street, and Lakeshore Mall.

• Design review application for 1110 S 10th Street/1001 Marshall Street
• Approval of monthly expenditures from the April 2026 financial report
• River Point District update
• 1512 Washington Street update
• Lakeshore Mall update

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings on a zoning change and an official map amendment. It will consider a consent agenda including over $3 million in claims and multiple contracts. Committee reports cover a development agreement amendment, traffic ordinances, and a land lease with Olin Winchester.

• Public hearing on rezoning property west of Martin St and south of Mary St from C-1 to R-4 and B-1
• Public hearing on official map change west of Virginia Dr and Joseph Rd
• Award $654,950 base bid to Vinton Construction for Silver Creek Stream Restoration
• Approve $3,033,554.75 in general city claims
• Consider 3-year land lease and option to purchase for Olin Winchester, LLC

The council approved a 3-year land lease and option to purchase for Olin Winchester, LLC on part of parcel 449-008-010. They also adopted ordinances rezoning property west of Martin and south of Mary streets, and updated the official map near Virginia Drive and Joseph Road. Several other contracts, licenses, and fee waivers were approved unanimously.

• Approved 3-year land lease and option to purchase for Olin Winchester (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning parcel west of Martin/south of Mary (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance updating official map near Virginia Dr & Joseph Rd (9-0)
• Approved first amendment to TID No. 24 development agreement with Tycore Built LLC (9-0)
• Approved $654,950 Silver Creek Stream Restoration contract to Vinton Construction (9-0)
• Approved $167,777 Backhoe Loader purchase from Fabick Cat (9-0)
• Approved liquor license for Silver Valley Banquet Hall (Class B) (9-0)
• Approved resolution dissolving Special Events Committee (9-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially take action on two main items: setting city goals for 2026-2030 and approving an amendment to a development agreement with Tycore Built LLC for Tax Increment District No. 24. The meeting includes public comment and is held both in person and via Zoom.

• Discussion on City Goals 2026-2030
• First Amendment to TID No. 24 Development Agreement with Tycore Built LLC

The committee approved the First Amendment to the City of Manitowoc TID No. 24 Development Agreement with Tycore Built LLC. The motion carried 8-0 (later 9-0 after one alderperson joined). A discussion on City Goals 2026-2030 was held but no action was taken.

• Approved First Amendment to TID No. 24 Development Agreement with Tycore Built LLC (8-0, later 9-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will open and consider bids for the Manitowoc Public Library renovation of meeting and study room spaces and for Silver Creek stream restoration. They will also review a quote for purchasing a CAT 430 backhoe loader. Additionally, the board will discuss change orders, pay estimates for engineering projects, and contractor payroll affidavits.

• Bids for Manitowoc Public Library renovation (Project #WB-26-18)
• Bids for Silver Creek stream restoration (Project #WS-26-19)
• Quote for CAT 430 backhoe loader (Quote #QE-26-4)
• Change orders for various projects
• Pay estimates for Engineering/Public Works projects

The Board of Public Works approved a $1,388.71 change order and three pay estimates totaling $81,238.23 for sewer and building projects. They also referred a $654,950 bid for Silver Creek Stream Restoration and a backhoe loader quote to the Department of Public Works for tabulation. No bids were received for the Manitowoc Public Library renovation.

• Approved change order #2 & Final for 2026 Televising Misc. Sewers ($1,388.71) (6-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 & Final for 2026 Televising Misc. Sewers ($68,958.84) (6-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 & Final for Lincoln Park Fieldhouse Windows ($10,706.00) (6-0)
• Approved pay estimate #7 for STH 42 Sanitary Sewer Replacement ($1,573.39) (6-0)
• Referred Silver Creek Stream Restoration bid ($654,950) to DPW for tabulation (6-0)
• Referred backhoe loader quote to DPW for tabulation (6-0)
• Noted no bids received for Manitowoc Public Library renovation